After writing my initial review, I received a note from the owner who thanked me for my opinions and offered me some of the frustration he's had with striking a balance between being a neighborhood establishment that welcomes all members of the neighborhood and being a great night place for adults. I suggested that after 8pm, it should become an adult affair.
I still say it's a great atmosphere here and very laid back and there's something about it that's very different from your average American bar. The owner has the right attitude. I will definitely be back.